Guns used for 21-gun salute set to retire this year
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The last bullet fired
The guns used in the 21-gun salute on Republic Day are older than the Republic of India. They are the British Army 25-pounders extensively used during the Second World War.
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An old flame
These guns have since been used every year and now, those responsible to ensure the salute happens are relieved that the day of the 25-pounder is coming to an end.
(Representational image)
(Representational image)
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What kept them going till now?
A faulty firing pin just before the salute can ruin the entire parade. Until now, the great system of jugaad have kept them going.
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New guns by 2019
The effort to procure new guns for the salute has begun. By 2019, they could be here. India deserves new guns, certainly on Republic Day.